Oscars 2022: Best dressed stars on red carpet

Hollywood’s finest arrived in style at the 94th Academy Awards on Sunday afternoon, as they walked the red carpet at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. 

Nicole Kidman, Zoe Kravitz and Jessica Chastain opted for spring ready pastel looks – perfect for the timing of the prestigious event – while Zendaya flashed her midriff in a silver skirt and satin crop top  by Valentino for a more youthful look.

The Oscars were originally supposed to take place in February 2022, but was pushed back a month due to the Super Bowl and the 2022 Winter Olympics.

It looked as if the stars were making up for lost time by dressing in their very most glamorous styles as last year the ceremony was severely pared down due to the COVID-19 pandemic; last year’s show also took place at Union Station in downtown Los Angeles due to social distancing guidelines.

For Sunday’s red carpet, Nicole, 54, stunned in a sky blue Armani Prive gown, featuring a voluminous peplum waist and a fitted skirt; the strapless number also had a ribbon-style train.

The actress, who arrived with husband Keith Urban, paired the frock with red lipstick and nails while dripping in diamonds. 

Zoe Kravitz, 33, opted for a rosy pink hued Saint Laurent gown featuring a strapless neckline with a bow detail. 

The Batman actress – who played Catwoman opposite Robert Pattinson, paired the elegant number with a diamond choker and Audrey Hepburn inspired short bangs. 

Jessica arrived in a striking rose gold and lavender ombre Gucci frock, which highlighted her waist; the movie star’s sleeveless gown featured sequins throughout for a sparkling touch.

Jessica, 45, star styled the number with diamond earrings, a bracelet and rings for even more sparkle. 

The red haired actress was joined on the carpet by her husband of five years, Gian Luca Passi de Preposulo, who looked dapper in a navy hued suit.

Zendaya nailed red carpet chic in her Valentino Haute Couture look, which consisted of a silver sequin skit and a cropped white satin button up.

The 25-year-old Euphoria actress showcased her flat midriff in the eye-catching look, which she paired with layers of diamond bangles on both arms.

Lily James, 32, wowed in the pale pink number by Atelier Versace, which highlighted her slim frame and her toned legs.

The British actress chose a low-cut floral number in the pastel hue, adding matching platform heels and a statement diamond necklace.

Mila Kunis, 38, also chose a pink Zuhair Murad frock, opting for a silky Grecian-style one shoulder number; the Ukrainian born star arrived with husband Ashton Kutcher.

Lupita Nyong’o wowed in her gold and pink frock, which featured fringed detailing, while Regina Hall, Emilia Jones and Becky G opted for neutral toned dresses.

Megan Thee Stallion, 27, looked lovely in a strapless blue gown featuring a cut-out detail along the torso; the rapper’s gown, which had an intricate design, showcased her hourglass form. 

Fellow musicians Halle and Chloe Bailey opted for racy teal and purple gowns, highlighting their incredible figures.

Penelope Cruz, 47, arrived in style rocking a ruched navy Chanel Haute Couture gown with a snakeskin bow detail while Amy Schumer opted for a statement making silver and black embellished ribbon accent. 

Billie Eilish, who arrived with her brother Finneas, donned an eye-catching ruffled black Gucci gown with jet black hair.

Travis Barker, 46, and fiancee Kourtney Kardashian, 42, couldn’t help but share a PDA moment on the carpet; the lovebirds got engaged in October after a 10 month whirlwind romance.

Kourtney donned a strapless black gown that had a folded hemline; she wore her short hair slick back with earrings that matched Travis’ pin on his all black suit. 

Spencer star Kristen Stewart, 31, showcased her toned legs in shorts and a blazer with an unbuttoned shirt beneath; the beauty arrived with her fiancee Dylan Meyer. 

Vanessa Hudgens, 33, sparkled in her lowcut black Michael Kors gown, which featured cut-out details along her torso. 

Cynthia Erivo, 35, wore a skirt with a crop top and zippered coat while Rachel Zegler donned a sheer number and Vanessa Hudgens opted for a cut-out frock. 

Laverne Cox, Maddie Ziegler and Sofia Carson all opted with black gowns for the splashiest night of the year.  

Tiffany Haddish wowed in a glittering green and silver strapless number by Dolce & Gabbanawith a statement necklace; she is wearing Dolce & Gabbana.

H.E.R. chose a lime green number while Queen Latifah, Julianne Hough, Maya Rudolph, Aunjanue Ellis and Paulette Washington opted for yellow and orange dresses.

Tracee Ellis Ross, Jennifer Garner and Kirsten Dunst rocked crimson gowns for a red-hot arrival. 

Tracee chose a plunging peplum skirt number by Carolina Herrera with a diamond necklace and crimson lips while Jennifer and Kirsten chose to go with pink lipstick and minimal jewelry.

Molly Sims, Marlee Matlin and Ariana DeBose chose red looks as well.

Niecy Nash and wife Jessica Betts held hands on the carpet; Niecy carried a clutch that said ‘Wifey Lifey.’